Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Dallas Central, part of Lifepoint Health, is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for full-time days to join Lifepoint Rehabilitation.

You will evaluate and treat swallowing and speech-language disorders, document assessments, design plans of care, educate patients and families, assist discharge, and supervise fellows and students.

Requirements include a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, TX licensure, and BLS within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Licensed Speech Therapist; current TX Board of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology licensure.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patient populations for swallowing, speech-language and therapy needs.
• Perform and document initial and ongoing assessments of patient’s condition.
• Design and implement a plan of care appropriate to problems identified, involving the patient and family.
• Educate and counsel patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
• Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from therapy services.
• Supervise activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.

Skills

Swallowing assessment

Speech therapy

Patient education

Discharge planning

Clinical supervision

Education

Master's in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Facility Name: Kindred Hospital Dallas Central

Schedule: Full-time days

Your experience matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

ASpeech Language Pathologist (SLP)who excels in this role will:

• Evaluate and treat patient populations for swallowing, speech-language and therapy needs.

• Perform and document initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
  

• Design and implement a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient and family.
  

• Educate and counsel patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
  

• Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from therapy services.
  

• Supervise activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.

  What we're looking for:

  Applicants must hold aMaster's Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Additional requirements include:

• Licensed Speech Therapist; Current licensure with TX Board of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology
  

• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 60 days of hire

  EEOC Statement

  "KH-Dallas Central is an Equal Opportunity Employer.KH-Dallas Central is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.